Texas GOP and Christian leaders aim to blur lines between church and state, pushing for more religious influence in laws.

Texas GOP leaders and Christian pastors are preparing to challenge the concept of church-state separation during the legislative session. They argue that there is no separation between church and state, aiming to embed conservative religious views into law. The Texas GOP chair, Abraham George, and other leaders believe the U.S. should be a strictly Christian nation and are pushing to overturn the Johnson Amendment, which prohibits churches from engaging in political activity. This movement aligns with a rising trend among Republicans, with over half sympathizing with Christian nationalism. Pastors are rallying supporters and seeking to influence laws, including those affecting public schools and financial support for religious institutions.

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